The Inaugural UCLA Anderson ETA and Search Fund Roundtable

The Inaugural UCLA Anderson ETA and Search Fund Roundtable

Let's gather at UCLA Anderson for the first-ever ETA and Search Fund Roundtable - it's going to be an exciting event!

By Entrepreneurs Association @ UCLA Anderson

Date and time

Wednesday, April 3 · 9:30am - 4pm PDT

Location

UCLA Anderson School of Management, Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, USA

110 Westwood Plaza Grand Salon, 5th Floor, Marion Anderson Hall Los Angeles, CA 90095

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Agenda

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

Breakfast and Networking

8:45 AM - 9:00 AM

Welcome and Kickoff

Rishi Sharma and Dan will open the conference by setting the tone for a day of insightful discussions and learning. They will provide an overview of the agenda and introduce the key themes and object...

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

Opening Keynote

Kent Weaver

Kent Weaver, a distinguished figure in the field, will deliver the opening keynote, offering valuable insights into the current landscape and future directions of search funds and entrepreneurship th...

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Panel 1: Life as a Searcher

Alex Wang

Darwin Valentine

Abhi Arora

Raam Jani

This panel will delve into the personal journeys of searchers in the ETA space, featuring a mix of traditional and self-funded search investors. Moderated by Alex Wang, panelists Darwin Valentine, Ab...

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Panel 2: Lessons and Reflections from the Operators

Rick Gustafson

Chris Williams

Sam Swan

Fiona Yu

This panel, moderated by Rick Gustafson, will focus on the operational side of running acquired businesses. Panelists Chris Williams, Sam Swan, Derek Turner, and Fiona Yu will explore the critical le...

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Lunch and Networking

Refuel, network, and discuss what the morning has learned with fellow attendees. Enjoy a selection of lunch options for a variety of dietary preferences.

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Panel 3: Value Creation Stories

Tim Ludwig

Manvendra Saxena

Austin King

Discover the art and science behind value creation post-acquisition. This panel, featuring Manvendra and Austin King moderated by Tim Ludwig, will explore real-world stories of growth, innovation, an...

3:15 PM - 4:15 PM

Fireside Chat: Reflections from a Vet

Kent Weaver

Mahesh Rajasekharan

Join Kent and Mahesh for an intimate fireside chat detailing Mahesh’s extensive experience in the search fund ecosystem. Gain insights from his journey, lessons learned, and advice for aspiring searc...

4:15 PM - 5:00 PM

Closing Remarks

Kent Weaver

The conference will conclude with closing remarks, summarizing key takeaways, thanking participants and setting the stage for future engagements and continued learning within the ETA community.

About this event

Welcome to The Inaugural UCLA Anderson ETA and Search Fund Roundtable! Join us on Wed Apr 03 2024 at 8:00 AM at the UCLA Anderson School of Management in Los Angeles, CA, USA. This event is the perfect opportunity to connect with Searchers and investors learn from experts, and network with like-minded individuals. Don't miss this unique chance to gain valuable insights and expand your knowledge in the ETA and Search Funds field. See you there!

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Entrepreneurs Association @ UCLA Anderson
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